Derby's Andrew Smyth makes it to the final of Great British Bake Off

Amateur baker Andrew Smyth has managed to wow Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry for a ninth week running – earning himself a coveted spot in the final of the Great British Bake Off.
READ MORE: Everything you need to know about Great British Bake off semi-finalist Andrew Smyth Tonight's semi-final was patisserie week, when Andrew went up against fellow contestants Jane Beedle, Selasi Gbormittah and Candice Brown.
In the signature challenge, the bakers had to once again butter-bash and fold their pastry to achieve perfect lamination for a difficult French pastry.
In the technical challenge, Paul... read more

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